INDUSTRIAL SEWING Training Program (ISTP)
April 8th, 2024
- in BC, AB, ON
- COST: $150/person
April 8th, 2024
- in BC, AB, ON
- COST: $150/person
NEW CLASS Starting Soon
Step into the world of industrial sewing with this hands-on course, designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to launch a career in British Columbia’s thriving apparel industry. Whether you’re new to sewing or looking to build a strong foundation, this course offers a practical and solid starting point.
We are actively working with a number of association partners to expand access to this training across Vancouver, Victoria, and Calgary. While exact dates and locations are still in progress, our goal is to bring this opportunity closer to you — making it more accessible for any aspiring industrial sewers.
Upon completion of training, participants will receive up to 12 weeks of job placement support.
In collaboration with 
Participants will Learn
Workplace Communication Skills
Industrial Machine Safety & Operation
Basic Seams & Finishing
Parts of Product: Pockets, Zippers & Trims
Intro to: Outerwear, Sportswear and Soft Accessories
Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1 Certificate
Workplace Skills: Numeracy and Data Analytics
Quality Assurance
Leadership Skills
Lean manufacturing
Coming Soon
- Vancouver, BC
- Free Training
Coming Soon
- Victoria, BC
- Free Training
Coming Soon
- Calgary, AB
- Free Training
At-A-Glance
Credential
- Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1 Certificate
- Industrial Sewing Training Program Certificate
Location
BC Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island, and Alberta
Duration
10 weeks
Class Size
Approx. 15 participants per cohort
Post Training Support
Job placement support
Eligibility Criteria
- Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or protected persons
- Legally able to work in Canada
- Unemployed or underemployed (part-time, seasonal, at risk of job loss)
- Current IA or EI recipients eligible
- Able to commit to a full-time training program
- Able to commit to full-time work after training
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